Peter Goldstein

Peter Goldstein, M.D., is a Professor of Anesthesiology, Neuroscience, and Medical Ethics at Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University, and an Attending Anesthesiologist at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. His clinical expertise focuses on neuroanesthesia and bariatric procedures. He holds board certifications from the American Board of Anesthesiology and the National Board of Medical Examiners.

Dr. Goldstein’s research investigates thalamic physiology and molecular/cellular mechanisms of anesthetic-induced unconsciousness, conducted at the C.V. Starr Laboratory for Molecular Neuropharmacology. His work has been supported by NIH grants and other major awards, including the Daedalus Fund for Innovation Award (2014).

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree from Cornell University
  • M.D. from Mount Sinai School of Medicine (1989)
  • Residency in Anesthesiology at Columbia-Presbyterian Hospital
  • Postdoctoral training in Physiology and Biophysics at Columbia University via the U.S. Public Health Service

He serves on national committees for anesthesiology practice and holds external roles as an Advisory/Scientific Board Member, Owner, and Proprietary Interest holder at Akelos, Inc.